Potterton Ultra 2 30 DV Fault codes & diagnostics

4 fault codes with plain-English explanations, severity ratings, DIY guidance, and repair cost estimates.

Regular Natural Gas 8.8 kW 1997-2004 Discontinued
GC Number 41-607-50
Download the Potterton Ultra 2 30 DV manual The official installation & service manual (PDF) — the exact document these fault codes were verified against. PDF

This boiler uses LED flash patterns

Count the flashes in one repeating group before the pause. That number is your fault code. Do not reset until you have noted it. How to read fault codes →

All 4 documented codes

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Lockout (Rapid Flashing Red)

Your boiler has failed to start after three attempts, likely because it is struggling to find a stable gas supply or has air trapped in the system.

High Engineer only £120-250

Parts commonly replaced

  • Ignition electrode
  • Gas valve
  • PCB
Red LED: FLASHING

Your boiler has detected that it is running too hot and has automatically shut itself down to prevent damage.

High Engineer only £150-300

Parts commonly replaced

  • Pump
  • Central heating system filter
  • Overheat thermostat
  • Diverter valve
Red light flashing

Your boiler has stopped working because it failed to ignite, which means it is currently unable to provide you with any heating or hot water.

High Engineer only £120-250

Parts commonly replaced

  • Ignition electrode
  • Gas valve
  • Printed circuit board (PCB)
Lockout

Your boiler has stopped working for safety reasons and has locked itself to prevent starting until a professional technician can investigate the internal fault.

High Engineer only £150-350

Parts commonly replaced

  • Ignition PCB
  • Gas Valve
  • Flame Sensing Electrode

5 operating states & engineer diagnostics

Not faults — these are normal operating states. Tap to expand.